For those looking to lose weight, water fitness might be the route less travelled, as participants wrongfully equate low-impact with low-energy. However, with the right water program, coupled with careful dietary choices and commitment, you can attain some pretty incredible results. Kay Heidrich, a WATERinMOTION® instructor at the Cass Clay YMCA and program leader for Weight Watchers, took the time to share how she lost her weight in the water—all 72 pounds. “I’ve struggled with weight since I was a kindergartner,” Heidrich said. “I tried [Weight Watchers] three times before it actually stuck. It took me two years, and I lost 72 pounds on the program.” [Read More] Midwest MANIA is getting down to business since Club Industry has relocated to Las Vegas. SCW Fitness Education is committed to providing the fitness leaders of the Midwest with even more sessions in sales, marketing, leadership and management. Midwest MANIA is expanding its business track to include industry-specific lectures aimed at Club Owners, Managers, and Directors from some of the top names in the industry. [Read More] Over the past nine years, small-group (SG) personal training programs have grown in popularity from 43% to 78%, and are showing no signs of slowing. In this economy, gym owners need to sit up and take note: Facilities of all sizes are attracted to the potential profit of SG programs. Take advantage of small-group personal training in order to efficiently meet the needs of your clients. Trainers are drawn to it because they make more money in less time while meeting the needs of more clients. Clients win because they receive personalized programs at a perceived lesser cost, but in a motivating environment. [Read More] Be a hero! For those of you who work at a gym or facility with pools and pool equipment, please take note: On July 26, 2010, President Obama announced significant revisions to ADA regulations, all of which reflect the fundamental principle that Americans with disabilities should have equal access and equal rights to participate fully in our society. The date marks the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). [Read More] Hedstrom, a Division of Ball, Bounce and Sport Inc., has acquired exclusive, worldwide distribution of BOSU® products from Fitness Quest, Inc. Hedstrom is most recognized as the manufacturer of the original BOSU® Balance Trainer, invented by David Weck in 1999. [Read More] The Masala Bhangra Workout® is a non-stop cardio Indian-dance based workout designed for clients of all ages and fitness levels to burn calories, improve muscle tone and at the same time, learn about the Indian culture. What makes the Masala Bhangra Workout® unique is that it is the first and only AFAA and ACE approved Indian-dance based program. It adheres to the traditional aerobic 32-count and incorporates add-on choreography that is always repeated from the top, leaving the student with a sense of accomplishment at the end of each class. High-energy Bhangra moves are combined with the exhilaration of Bollywood in an easy-to-follow format that can be modified to each participant’s comfort level making it accessible to all fitness enthusiasts. [Read More]